Revisiting
Memory Lane
A Kwéyòl celebration in Corinth, a team worth remembering, and the day my Rayneau journey began.
PRE-JOUNEN KWÉYÒL • RCIP LTD.Some memories become more precious with every passing year. As Saint Lucia prepares to celebrate Jounen Kwéyòl 2026, I found myself looking back at a video I recorded in October 2014 — a pre-Jounen Kwéyòl activity held on the grounds of RCIP Ltd. in Corinth.
For those who took part, it was an occasion to celebrate the language, food, customs and traditions that make us proudly Saint Lucian. For me, it holds an extra-special meaning: it was the very day I got my job with Rayneau Group of Companies.
When Corinth Celebrated Our Culture
There is something wonderful about bringing our traditions into the workplace. On that day in 2014, the RCIP grounds became a setting for cultural pride and togetherness — an opportunity to step outside the everyday routine and remember what connects us as Saint Lucians.
Our Kwéyòl heritage lives in the words we speak, the foods we prepare, the utensils and practices handed down by our elders, and the simple joy of sharing them with others. A pre-Jounen Kwéyòl activity may last only a few hours, but the memories it creates can endure for years.
The People Who Made It Happen
Recognition for Navita and the RCIP Team
No look back at this celebration would be complete without a special mention of Navita, the brainchild behind the activity. Her initiative helped turn an idea into a memorable occasion — one we can still revisit twelve years later.
Special recognition must also go to Mr Jean, Natasia and Mr Clauzel for their support, and to the staff at RCIP whose participation and contribution helped make the celebration possible.
It is easy to remember an event. It is just as important to remember the people whose ideas, encouragement and teamwork brought it to life. To each of you: thank you for creating a piece of Rayneau history worth preserving.
More Than Construction and Commerce
When people hear the name Rayneau, they may think of construction, machinery, infrastructure and business development. But behind every company are people — with stories, families, traditions, talents and a shared sense of belonging.
Moments like this reveal another side of an organisation. They remind us that while businesses help build physical infrastructure, the people within them can also help keep a nation's cultural heritage alive.
The Day My Story Began
I have often reflected on the unexpected ways life opens new doors. In October 2014, I was there with my camera, recording a celebration. That same day, I secured my job with Rayneau.
Who could have imagined that, twelve years later, I would still be documenting activities and telling stories associated with the company?
As I revisit this recording, I see more than a cultural event. I see the beginning of a personal and professional journey. And I am reminded that sometimes, while we are recording history, we do not yet realise that we are becoming part of it.
Watch the 2014 Celebration
Come along and take a short journey back to Corinth. You might recognise a familiar face, remember a colleague, or spot a tradition that brings back childhood memories.
Original footage • Pre-Jounen Kwéyòl Activities at RCIP Ltd. • 2014
If the video does not play in your browser, watch the original recording on YouTube.
Twelve Years Later, the Memories Remain
Much has changed since 2014. New faces have joined the organisation. Others have moved on. The company and its people have written new chapters. Yet this recording gives us a chance to return, even briefly, to a moment worth remembering.
To those who were present that day, what do you remember most? And to those joining us on this little trip down memory lane for the first time, I hope it offers a glimpse of the people and spirit behind the company.
As Jounen Kwéyòl 2026 approaches, may we continue to celebrate our heritage, recognise those who keep it alive, and preserve our stories for the next generation.
Bon Jounen Kwéyòl 2026! Annou tjenn twadisyon nou vivan!
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